Senior Employment Placement Support Officer – Kununurra

Job Opportunity: Senior Employment Placement Support Officer

Work type: Full Time

Location: Kununurra Western Australia 6743

Are you passionate about creating sustainable workforces and making a difference in the lives of job seekers and local communities Join Job Pathways as a Senior Employment Placement Support Officer and be part of a dynamic team driving meaningful employment outcomes!

Learn more about us here: the Role

As a Senior Employment Placement Support Officer youll ensure job seekers stay employed and thrive in their roles while supporting employers to build sustainable workforces.

Key Responsibilities

• Support Job Seekers: Develop and implement retention strategies to ensure job seekers succeed in their roles and achieve sustainable employment outcomes.
• Build Relationships: Build strong connections with job seekers employers and their families to address challenges and promote positive outcomes.
• Track Progress: Use electronic systems to monitor and document job seeker progress support needs and retention strategies.
• Provide Mentoring: Offer guidance and skill development to job seekers helping them navigate challenges and thrive in their roles.
• Ensure Compliance: Maintain a strong understanding of contractual requirements organisational policies and performance benchmarks ensuring all standards are met.
• Work with Cultural Sensitivity: Demonstrate cultural awareness and responsive practices when engaging with Aboriginal clients staff and communities.

Qualifications & Experience:

• Certificate IV in Employment Services (or equivalent experience) highly desired but not essential.
• Proven ability to mentor advocate and achieve results.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.
• Strong organisational and computer skills for accurate records management.
• Understanding of Indigenous communities and the factors impacting rural areas (preferred).

What Youll Need:

• A current C Class drivers license (essential)
• Western Australian Working with Childrens Check (or willingness to obtain)
• National Police Certificate (or willingness to obtain)

Why Join Job Pathways

• Be part of a dedicated team passionate about creating long-lasting employment opportunities.
• Work in a supportive culturally responsive environment.
• Contribute to the growth and sustainability of East Kimberley communities.
• Opportunities for growth in a rewarding role.

Additional Benefits:

• Attractive leave entitlements to enjoy the Kimberley lifestyle.
• Salary sacrificing to increase your take-home pay.
• Annual Health and Wellbeing allowance.
• Confidential Employee Assistance Program.

How to Apply

If youre ready to make a difference and help build sustainable futures we want to hear from you!

Job Pathways is committed to creating a workplace where quality safety and cultural responsiveness are highly valued. Guided by the values of Courage Commitment Care and Collaboration our team is united in its mission to build employment pathways.

To apply provide a cover letter and your current resume. For a copy of the position description or to submit your application email

Job Pathways reserves the right to fill the position prior to the ad closure date should a successful candidate be identified.

Location: Kununurra Western Australia 6743 (Note: Housing is not provided with this position)

Take the first step toward a fulfilling career apply today!